A Gift from God
Thank you for all your prayers. I tear up when I read them because of all the wonderful people crying out to God for us. It’s amazing the love we feel from everyone. People constantly tell us that this blog is a blessing to them and I have to say it’s a blessing to us as well. Each comment puts a smile on our face because we know you care.
Now for the update. Brady took her whole bottle this morning at 5 A.M. YES!!!!!!!! Who knew we would be excited about one bottle, but this was with the bottle she had taken at 8 which had only 9 cc’s left when she was obviously finished. At 8 this she only took 22 but it was because her feeding therapist tried a different nipple which Brady had to work harder to get the formula out and it tired her out. Her therapist did call and leave a message and told me she had suggested that they try feeding Brady by bottle every other feeding which means 4 times a day. Hopefully this will happen and Brady will take off and Erik and I will be thankful we didn’t make a decision right away to do the g-tube. I spoke with a doctor today and she said as long as Brady seems to be making improvements they will hold off a little while on the g-tube. Hopefully she’s on her road to 8 bottles a day and home!
Erik and I see God working in our lives everyday. There are times when we get frustrated and upset, but we know He’s there. And your comment help with that. They are little reminders to us that we have an awesome God. Thank you and don’t hesitate to comment. We love them! Plus, don’t forget to read the post prior to this one. My husband is pretty talented at the whole blog writing thing
Brady Faith was brought into this world 12 weeks premature. This was a result of mommy having pre-eclampsia and there being a reverse blood flow to/from the placenta. Brady wasn't growing like she should and it would have just gotten worse. She weighed 1lb 7oz and was 11 3/4in long. To learn more about Brady and her family click here.
Christina Sheets
October 10th, 2008 at 6:05 pm
Nikki, You may not remember me but we went to school together. Tiffany Allmond sent me this web site a while ago and I’ve been looking everyday and following Brady. I have NO idea what your going through but I have to say that you and Erik are the best parents and ya’ll are VERY strong. I know its been a long time but I want you to know that I think YA’LL are wonderful and that Brady is VERY lucky to have two great parents. Stay strong and just hold on to the love that Brady will give you. My lil boy is 8 now and I cant emagine life without him…. Times will try your faith and patience but you will get through this. Just a couple of bumps in the road of parent hood. I know you’ve heard this before but I keep you in my prayers daily and I tell your story often. You both are role models for all parents. I hope Brady will come home VERY soon, sound like she’s getting better and better everyday. Keep your head high everything will work out. O yea Brady is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! be very proud!!!! Love, Christina Sheets!
Kellie
October 13th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
That’s a good looking 5 1/2 lber! Almost a little chunky when you compare earlier photos – ha ha! I just want y’all to know that I think about you and pray for Brady all the time!
Love,
Kellie Creel